Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Kuala Lumpur is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
You can choose from seven weekly Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. The 09:50 departure with Malaysia Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Malaysia Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 11:00.
To ensure you get on your ADL to KUL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Kuala Lumpur (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is easy with Malaysia Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Malaysia Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating ADL to KUL flights, Malaysia Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ADL and KUL:
Singapore Changi Airport
Bali (Denpasar) Airport
Perth Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is Rs71,041. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs129,469. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from ADL to KUL by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adelaide Airport, data shows 72% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Adelaide to Adelaide Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ADL:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KUL if you're catching a late Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Driving there takes about 55 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Kuala Lumpur. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from ADL to KUL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Kuala Lumpur. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
